According to TripAdvisor, locations within France and the United
Kingdom are among the top 25 destinations in Europe for 2019.

The travel site created the list as part of its Travelers' Choice
Awards, which annually honors the world's top travel
destinations, standout restaurants, and best hotels.

This year's winners were chosen after the site analyzed thousands
of online reviews, and handpicked the destinations that travelers
were most consistently pleased with. From Portugal to Russia,
here are this year's winners.

17. Budapest, Hungary is the perfect place to visit a spa.

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There is a surplus of places to relax within Budapest, like the
fan-favorite Szechenyi
Bath and luxurious Gellert
Spa. Many of Budapest's locations also date back to the 16th
century, providing a peak into Hungary's past while you indulge
in wellness treatments.

16. If you're looking for a destination where you can de-stress, Corsica, France, might be the place.

11. Out of all the Cyclades islands in Greece, Santorini is one of the most beautiful.

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Many travelers are familiar with the island's white buildings and
jagged cliffs, and for good reason. While visiting the
picturesque destination, travelers can relax on the island's many
beaches or sample wine at one
of the region's vineyards.

10. Another island to make TripAdvisor's list is Tenerife in Spain.

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Tenerife is located within the Canary Islands,
and is perfect for nature lovers. Travelers can hike in sections
of the island such as Mount Teide, or walk the
slopes of Masca Valley.

9. Travelers of the Balearic Islands in Spain will want to check out Majorca.

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You can find relaxing beach resorts within the limestone
mountains of Majorca, making it the perfect
island getaway.

7. Historic sites fill the city of Prague, Czech Republic.

6. Istanbul, Turkey is one of the best places in Europe to go shopping.

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The city of Istanbul is filled with
bazaars, which offer everything from rugs to spices. One of
the most popular is Kapali Carsi, a market that's
home to more than 4,000 shops.

5. It's no surprise that Barcelona, Spain, made it to the top of TripAdvisor's list.

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The Spanish city is known for its extravagant churches like
the Sagrada Familia, and its wide
array of tapas bars.

4. Crete is the largest island in Greece.

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According to TripAdvisor, Crete is a
"Mediterranean jewel" known for its "archaeological and
mythological history." Elafonissi Beach is said to be
one of the best places to relax, while the island's Botanical
Park & Gardens is a great place to view nature.

3. Rome, Italy comes in third place as result of its historic sites and delicious cuisine.

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In between sightseeing at places like the Trevi Fountain and Colosseum, TripAdvisor
suggests dining in one of Rome's many cafes to indulge in
espresso or gelato.

2. A list of the top travel destinations in Europe wouldn't be complete without Paris, France.

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